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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Construction Project Management by Columbia University

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About the Course

Construction Project Management introduces learners to Project Initiation and Planning. Columbia University professor, Ibrahim Odeh, along with industry experts join together to provide a comprehensive overview of the construction industry. There are 10 modules that allow learners to become knowledgeable of construction management within the dynamic construction industry. Professor Odeh teaches learners about the fundamentals of the Project Development Cycle while guest lecturers discuss Lean Project Delivery method and Lean Design Behaviors. Technological advances, such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), will be introduced with real world examples of the uses of BIM during the Lifecycle of the Project. The course concludes with Professor Odeh discussing the importance of project planning and scheduling and an opportunity to develop a Work Breakdown Structure. By the end of this course, you will be able to: -Learn about construction management, including an understanding of the construction industry, the role of a project manager, construction contract types, and project delivery methods -Explain the fundamental principles to establish Environment, Health and Safety in the construction industry -Detail the principles and application of sustainability development in construction industry -Summarize the work breakdown structure (WBS) and estimate the construction activity duration...

Top reviews

DG

Feb 19, 2021

This was a great experience. It gave the confidence to tackle such issues as Duration of Activity Schedules and many more. Learned a lot and course content will forever be my guide on future projects.

DC

Jul 20, 2020

I thought it was a great intro coming from my Architecture background and looking forward to the other classes. I did think the information was occasionally repetitive but overall it had a great flow.

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By Riana R

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May 13, 2020

perfect course

i learnt a lot.very clear and straight to the point.

By Muhammad E U H

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Oct 19, 2018

Really great effort by coursera team Its really informative course

By Doug V

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Dec 29, 2017

Great course to learn the fundamentals of construction management!

By Guillermo R C

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Apr 11, 2017

a very good foundation to introcude us in the construction´s world

By Samuel m

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Dec 10, 2022

This course is well detailed with top notch presenters. Thank you

By Avo S

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Jul 29, 2022

Very informative and clear explaining course. Highly recommended.

By Eirini P

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Feb 27, 2021

A well structured introduction in construction project management

By Neelkumar W

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Feb 3, 2018

Very useful course and a lot new things to learn from this course

By Michael C

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Aug 15, 2017

Really enjoyed the lectures by different leaders in the industry.

By arijit

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Aug 11, 2017

I am enjoying the course, got some new knowledge and perspective.

By Sidharth S

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May 23, 2017

Best Course - Direct Learning it from the Experts in Construction

By nats c

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Feb 18, 2025

Its a good fundamental introduction for construction management.

By Shazil A

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Jan 15, 2024

The Tutors took their time in explaining the concepts very well.

By Mohammed S A

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Mar 14, 2020

Would recommend it for everyone working in construction industry

By Rafael A B

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Sep 23, 2018

course is very thorough, learn all levels of project management

By Heike S

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Jun 27, 2018

A very good course with top-class speakers, very recommendable.

By Muhammed A K

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Sep 21, 2022

Thank you so much for all the informatıon you provide me with

By Flavio S G

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Dec 25, 2021

the ideal course to learn the construction lexicon in English.

By Thaddeus L

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Nov 22, 2020

Materials was excellent and straight to lesson of the industry

By Faisal B S

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Oct 20, 2020

Thanks a lot for such an informative course. Hugely benefited.

By John P L

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Apr 21, 2020

I truly enjoyed learning this from this professional industry!

By Sriram S

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Oct 9, 2021

Excellent course to learn in this Pandemic.

Thank you Coursera

By Poonam S

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Jun 25, 2020

It is a good course to increase the understanding of subject.

By ABHISHEK R

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May 27, 2018

Very Effective Course.Has a useful content and good speakers.

By Zelalem G D

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Dec 12, 2022

Very important course with a practical aspect of knowledges.